Guide Shield math: the Heavy Shield (52.5% mitigation)

The Heavy Shield gives 52.5% damage mitigation for a 15% move penalty. Whether that trade is worth it depends entirely on whether you're holding a position or moving. Discuss.

me: reads a balanced take on the Heavy Shield. also me: keeps doing the dumb thing. worth it.

Good writeup. One thing I'd tack on -- bring more consumables than you think you need.

me: reads a balanced take on the Heavy Shield. also me: keeps doing the dumb thing. worth it.

i have three Heavy Shields and the emotional maturity to keep all of them. good luck though.